Awards and Scholarships

Calgary Stampede’s BMO Farm Family Award

The Calgary Stampede’s BMO Farm Family Award honours deserving families throughout Southern Alberta who ensure the agricultural industry and rural communities continue to thrive.

Nominees are hosted at a recognition ceremony during the Calgary Stampede. As special guests, they enjoy a daylong itinerary of Stampede events, including brunch and rodeo tickets for the whole family.

Rocky View County selects one local nominee for this prestigious award each year from among past recipients of the Master Farm Family Award. Residents have the opportunity to nominate farm families for this award through Rocky View’s Master Farm Family Award program.

Scholarships

Rocky View County 4-H Scholarship

Each year, the County provides two $500 scholarships to 4-H members entering or returning to post-secondary education at any recognized institution and in any program of study, including apprenticeship. Recipients must have been a 4-H member in a Rocky View District club for at least three years and may only receive the scholarship one time during their post-secondary studies.

Apply online by May 15 through 4-H Alberta​.

RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship

In recognition of the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of rural communities, the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) established the RMA Scholarship Program in 1995. The RMA Scholarship Program is designed to encourage young rural Albertans to pursue further education and thereby enhance the ability of these young people to make meaningful contributions to their communities in subsequent years. A scholarship in the amount of $1,500 will be presented to six (6) applicants. For more information and to apply, visit the RMA Post-Secondary Scholarship Program – RMA. 

The application deadline is August 28, 2026.

Olds College Agricultural Scholarship

An annual Agricultural Scholarship is offered to encourage local young people to pursue a career in the agricultural field.

First and second year students studying Agricultural Production or Land & Water Resources at Olds College who are a resident of Rocky View County and are achieving a scholastic record (GPA) of 3.00 or better are eligible for this $500 award.

To apply for this scholarship, complete an online application form from Olds College.

The deadline is October 15 for fall awards and December 31 for winter awards.

The Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldmen (AAAF) Memorial Bursary

This bursary encourages Alberta high school students to choose a career in agricultural or environmental sciences and financially assists them while attending a program related to the duties of Agricultural Fieldmen at a postsecondary institution.

The AAAF bursary application is posted each year in August. Be sure to visit their website at that time for details and application information.

Allied Van Lines Scholarship

Allied Van Lines offers an annual scholarship to support Canadian students pursuing post-secondary studies in logistics, supply chain management, business, or related fields.

Four scholarships valued at $1,000 each are awarded annually to eligible students who are enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in an accredited Canadian college or university undergraduate program.

Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents and submit an essay (400–800 words) describing the importance of logistics or supply chain management within their chosen field of study, along with transcripts and proof of enrollment. For eligibility requirements and application details, visit the Allied Van Lines Scholarship webpage.

Applications must be submitted online through Allied Van Lines by December 15, 2026.